Report Alleges Corruption in Cameroon's Forestry Sector

Source:Mongabay

02 — Who / Subject

Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime (GI-TOC)

03 — Where / Locus

Cameroon

04 — When / Temporality

May 29, 2026

Verified: May 29, 2026

05 — Why / Core Summary

"A report by GI-TOC alleges that government elites are enabling companies to log primary forests in Cameroon. Companies linked to businessman Aboubakar Al Fatih are accused of obtaining concessions through political connections. The concessions in Ebo Forest are criticized for violating environmental laws and threatening biodiversity."

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An investigative report highlighting corruption and environmental degradation in Cameroon's forestry sector.

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